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Glossary of Personal Injury Law Terms |
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| Garnishment: A legal proceeding in
which a debtor's money, in the possession of another (called the
garnishee), is applied to the debts of the debtor, such as when an
employer garnishes a debtor's wages. General Jurisdiction: Refers to courts that have no limit on the types of criminal and civil cases they may hear. Good Time: A reduction in sentenced time in prison as a reward for good behavior. It usually is one third to one half off the maximum sentence. Grand Jury: A body of persons sworn to inquire into crime and if appropriate, bring accusations (indictments) against the suspected criminals. Grantor or Settlor: The person who sets up a trust. Gross Negligence: Intentional failure to perform a manifest duty in reckless disregard of the consequences to another person's life or property. There is no clear distinction between gross negligence and willful negligence. Guardian: A person appointed by will or by law to assume responsibility for incompetent adults or minor children. If a parent dies, this will usually be the other parent. If both die, it probably will be a close relative. Guardianship: Legal right given to a person to be responsible for the food, housing, health care, and other necessities of a person deemed incapable of providing these necessities for himself or herself. A guardian also may be given responsibility for the person's financial affairs, and thus perform additionally as a conservator. (See also conservatorship.) |
